The position of backup running back behind Aaron Jones is now open, and the Green Bay Packers may be considering undrafted
rookie Emanuel Wilson as a potential candidate for Matt LaFleur’s offense’s most desired role.
The Packers’ running back position was a heated topic, according to Matthew Berry of NBC Sports, who recently revealed observations
from the NFL Scouting Combine. Berry stated that the team will probably proceed with an in-house alternative instead of a past
second-round selection.
On March 5, Berry wrote, “Expect the team to move on from A.J. Dillon this off-season.” “Emmanuel Wilson will get a chance to play a
significant role behind Aaron Jones, but they’ll keep Jones and probably select an RB early on Day 3.” They think well of him.
Emanuel Wilson is content with his surprising rise with the Packers.
Wilson, a 2023 D-II Fort Valley State rookie who was not selected in the draft, made a surprising impression last summer after joining
the club in May following a brief stay with the Broncos. He was able to get a position on the 53-man roster of the Green Bay Packers.
The 5-foot-11, 227-pound tailback was the Packers’ third option on the depth chart and saw limited action in the previous campaign.
Wilson had to lose time due to a shoulder issue, but he took advantage of the few opportunities he did have.
Wilson played 33 offensive snaps, rushing the ball 26 times for 121 yards at an amazing average of 4.7 yards per carry, including two
rushes of more than ten yards, according to Pro Football Focus. By their methodology, he had a commendable offensive grade of 80.0.
The Green Bay Packers are looking for more explosiveness at second running back in order to properly complement Jones. Despite his
consistency, Dillon’s ability to create plays was lacking; in 2023, he only averaged 3.4 yards per run. Behind Jones, the squad hopes to
have a flexible player who can ignite the offense and generate possibilities.
Wilson shown his burst and elusiveness in both the preseason and regular season performances, despite the limited opportunities.
The offense gains a vital component from Wilson’s ability to execute chunk plays, which nudge opponents toward the line of
scrimmage and open lanes for Jordan Love in the throwing game. When Jones was not on the field, this component was essentially
nonexistent.
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